Developing an effective interfirm partnership: Manufacturing strategy holds the key

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Companies that form associations with other firms can become better positioned to achieve sustained competitive advantage. Adopting a clearly defined manufacturing strategy should help ascertain what type of interfirm linkage to pursue. Alignment between strategy and linkage can be further strengthened by using appropriate organizational slack resources.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2019), "Developing an effective interfirm partnership: Manufacturing strategy holds the key", Strategic Direction, Vol. 35 No. 2, pp. 13-15. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-11-2018-0221